Part-time contract for 2 years

About the Position

The City of Onkaparinga libraries are strongly valued by our community, providing a highly utilised collection for borrowing, well attended activities and programs, and a safe and welcoming space to meet, study and work.

An exciting opportunity is now available at Noarlunga Library for a skilled library professional to join our team.

In this role you will:

• deliver quality library customer service
• develop and curate the library’s Local History collection with a focus on collecting today’s history
• plan and deliver engaging local and family history events, exhibitions and tours that meet the diverse needs of our community
• provide expert reference service for local and family history enquiries
• administer the digital asset database, ensuring accurate metadata and preservation of material.

About You

As the successful applicant you will be customer focused with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to quickly build rapport with a diverse range of customers. You will possess proven experience in delivering high quality customer service, demonstrated experience in planning and delivering engaging local and family history events and have a keen interest in heritage collections, with a knowledge of preservation and digitisation of historical material.

Key Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated commitment to a culture of quality internal and external customer experience
2. Experience in organising, preserving and managing local history and archival materials.
3. Experience in planning, developing, promoting and delivering local and family history events and programs in a public library or similar environment
4. Knowledge and experience in cataloguing metadata using Dublin Core.
5. Proven ability to train and develop staff and customer skills in local and family history research tools

Working for Council

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

• Competitive salary
• Fun and energetic team
• Generous leave entitlements including 3 additional paid days over Christmas
• Free parking
• Salary sacrificing options

If, after reading the position description you have any queries, or require further information please contact Helen Walkden, Team Leader Collection Management and Library Services on (08) 8384 0655.

Application Process:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how they meet each of the key selection criteria detailed within this advertisement. It is mandatory to provide detailed explanations of relevant experience and qualifications related to the criteria outlined above.

Applicants will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate relevant experience for the position and alignment with the City of Onkaparinga’s Values and Behaviours.

The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with disabilities, and young job seekers. For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact [email protected].

The City of Onkaparinga advises that the recruitment process includes a medical assessment, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications and may also include psychometric testing. The successful applicant must possess and provide a current Department of Human Services (DHS) ‘Not Prohibited’ Working with Children Check Clearance prior to offer of employment.

Applications close – 9am Wednesday 14 May 2025